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Windward School strives to innovate and offer students educational opportunities that are unique, engaging, and relevant to life in the 21st century. Our students explore their multiple interests in a dynamic academic environment while growing within a nurturing community.
Admissions
Learn more about Windward’s admissions process, find answers to commonly asked questions about the school, register for an Open House, and submit an application online.
Academics
Fundamental to the Windward School philosophy is the belief that secondary education must engage more than the mind alone. Windward’s comprehensive and rigorous course of study is complemented by opportunities to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences that foster further growth and development.
Student Life
Windward was founded as a school in which innovation would, by design, always be front and center. The pursuit and implementation of new ideas has been a hallmark of the school for more than four decades, resulting in a relentless search for new and better ideas that have made Windward into a leading independent school and a model for academic progress.
Athletics
Windward Athletics creates opportunities for scholar-athletes to learn and compete at the highest level while focusing on personal growth, commitment to teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence.
Community
Partnerships are at the heart of Windward School, whether among alumni members of the Windward Network, active volunteers of the Parent Guild, or civic organizations in our neighborhood of Mar Vista.
Giving
Since its founding more than four decades ago, Windward has continued to develop and prosper thanks to those community members, volunteers, foundations, and other friends who have given generously to ensure the continuous advancement of the school.

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Windward School

About
Windward School strives to innovate and offer students educational opportunities that are unique, engaging, and relevant to life in the 21st century. Our students explore their multiple interests in a dynamic academic environment while growing within a nurturing community.
Admissions
Learn more about Windward’s admissions process, find answers to commonly asked questions about the school, register for an Open House, and submit an application online.
Academics
Fundamental to the Windward School philosophy is the belief that secondary education must engage more than the mind alone. Windward’s comprehensive and rigorous course of study is complemented by opportunities to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences that foster further growth and development.
Student Life
Windward was founded as a school in which innovation would, by design, always be front and center. The pursuit and implementation of new ideas has been a hallmark of the school for more than four decades, resulting in a relentless search for new and better ideas that have made Windward into a leading independent school and a model for academic progress.
Athletics
Windward Athletics creates opportunities for scholar-athletes to learn and compete at the highest level while focusing on personal growth, commitment to teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence.
Community
Partnerships are at the heart of Windward School, whether among alumni members of the Windward Network, active volunteers of the Parent Guild, or civic organizations in our neighborhood of Mar Vista.
Giving
Since its founding more than four decades ago, Windward has continued to develop and prosper thanks to those community members, volunteers, foundations, and other friends who have given generously to ensure the continuous advancement of the school.

Ways to Support Windward

The Windward campus and programs enjoyed today are the result of the generosity of those who came before. Today’s Windward community is responsible for ensuring a strong future for the next generation of Windwardians.

Windward Fund

The Windward Fund is the School's primary fundraiser that supports our three foundational pillars: Program Enhancements, Financial Aid, and Research & Development.

Innovation Campaign

Investing in facilities designed to support innovative and entrepreneurial thinking prepares students to develop 21st Century skills needed for college and beyond.

Alumni Giving

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Meet the Advancement Team

Meet the Advancement Team

Dawn Barrett

Dawn Barrett

Titles: Associate Head of School for Advancement, Finance, and Operations

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Michael Bognanno

Michael Bognanno

Titles: Director of Advancement Services & Strategic Research Analyst

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Jeffrey Gilder

Jeffrey Gilder

Titles: Director of Alumni Development and Engagement, Associate Director of Admissions

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Hiliana Gomez

Hiliana Gomez

Titles: Community Engagement and Advancement Liaison

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Ashley Goodman

Ashley Goodman

Titles: Director of Service Learning and Associate Director of Admissions, Associate Director of Admissions

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Molly Hudson

Molly Hudson

Titles: Senior Communications Manager

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Lindsay Knaub

Lindsay Knaub

Titles: Director of Development and Engagement

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Jeff Lake

Jeff Lake

Titles: Director of Communications & Public Relations

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